1973 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 8,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (223 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 472 kg more than 2011 GMC Terrain. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Cadillac Eldorado (522 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1973 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Cadillac Eldorado | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Cadillac | GMC |
| Model | Eldorado | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8192 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 101 L | 68 L |
